Flapper's Folly

My stepson gave me a lotion and lip balm kit for my birthday. I had seen it at Michaels and mentioned that I would like to try it out. I make soaps, bath salts and bombs, but had never ventured into lotions or lip balms. I was so disappointed in this thing. Made by Life of the Party, nothing was labeled, so you didn't know if you were using the color meant for lip balm or lotion. The scents, apple and something vaguely reminiscent of bubble gum, were horrible. I got out my own supplies and doctored up the lotions, but made the balms according to their instructions. It's terrible.

The mixture must be heated to a very high temperature, then transferred with the most cloggable pipettes imaginable into little tubes and pots. It's hot. It's messy. And they don't give you enough containers to hold all the muck you create. I ended up pouring the rest into the garbage, but the glass containers used for heating are still setting on the counter while I figure out a way to clean the gunk out of them. Too bad pyrex measuring cups aren't disposable. This kit seems as if it would be popular with preteen girls, yet I can't imagine the mess and the danger involved with children.

The best part of the gift is that I am now inspired to start making bath goodies again. Every few months I turn my kitchen into a factory and churn out salts, bombs and scrubs for myself and my family. In looking to order some oils, I found that my favorite supplier, Majestic Mountain Sage , also has a lip balm kit. For the same price, you get a lot more and from my experience with their products, it would provide a much nicer experience and final product.

Next week, I'll try to share some of my recipes for bath goodies. It's ridiculous to spend so much for something so inexpensive and easy to make. They also make great stocking stuffers and Christmas is just around the corner.

Hope everyone has a great weekend. I plan to spend mine OD'ing on lavender. :)